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ED 386 664 CG 026 493 TITLE Crime Prevention Startsat Home! Setting the Stage for Community Action ToPrevent Violence and Other Crimes. INSTITUTION National Crime PreventionCouncil, Washington, DC. SPONS AGENCY Department of Justice, Washington,DC. Bureau of Justice Assistance. PUB DATE Oct 95 CONTRACT 92-DD-CX-K022 NOTE 110p. PUB TYPE Guides Non-Classroom Use (055)

EDRS PRICE MFOI/PC05 Plus Postage. DESCRIPTORS Citizen Participation;*Community Programs; Crime; *Crime Prevention; *LawEnforcement; Neighborhood Improvement; Police CommunityRelationship; Social Responsibility IDENTIFIERS Crime Detection

ABSTRACT Crime prevention works.This s'.mple fact is often forgotten in the ongoingdebate over crime ane. its works when individuals causes. Prevention take common-sense actionsto protect themselves, their families and property. Thr. themefrom Crime Prevention Month 1995 goes back to these baSics: goodhome security, self-protection skills for kids and adults, drug prevention,and Neighborhood Watch. Thisguide offers event and with resources that program ideas, along focus primarily on the followingissues: media violence, drug prevention,gun violence, safety for children and school, domestic at home violence, neighborhoodorganizing, sexual assault, conflict managementand community service. tips and practical Organizational tools include ideason how to: work witharea law enforcement agencies,schools, businesses, religious colleges and universities, organizations, and print and broadcastmedia to promote crime prevention. Camera-ready brochures, articles,posters and activity sheets included in the back of the guidecan be used throughout the year to energizeand rejuvenate crime prevention programs. Use of items that featurelogos of McGruff the crime and his nephew Scruff is dog recommended to help enrichcrime prevention programs. A list of products and their descriptions isincluded, along with other selectedresources from the National Crime Prevention Council. (KW)

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TAKE A BITE OUT OT ; t:rav.on F Lori,.1.Or Bureau of Justice Assistance 0fk;o1 Astro P-Irrun,tl S IreJarl,w, cA ,Att u RIME 2 This publication was made possible through Cooperative Funding Agreement No. 92- Bureau of Justice Assistance ...Oar .1 DD-CX-K022 from the Bureau of Juz;tice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. Opinions are those of NCPC or cited sources and do not necessarily reflect U.S. Department of Justke policy or positions. The Bun= of Justice Assistance is a component of the Office of Justice Programs, which also includes the Bureau of Justice Statistics, the National Institute of Justice, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, and the Office for Victims of Crime.

TAM A BITE OUT OF The National Crime Prevention Council is a private, nonprofit tax-exempt (501(c)(3)) fi organization whose principal mission is to enable people to prevent crime and build safer, 'IIME more caring communities. NCPC publishes books, kits of camera-ready program materials, posters, and informational and policy reports on a variety of crime prevention and community-building subjects. NCPC offers training, technical assistance, and national focus for crime prevention: it acts as secretariat for the Crime Prevention Coalition, more than 130 national, federal, and state organizations committed to preventing crime. It also operates demonstration programs and takes a major leadership role in youth crime prevention. NCPC manages the McGruff "Take A Bite Out Of Crime" public service advertising campaign, which is substantially funded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.

Distribution was made possible in part by a generous grant from ADT Security Systems, Inc., a corporate partner of the National Crime Prevention Council. 3m:why Systems MasterLock, another corporate partner, made the publication available to elementary schools across the country.

Acknowledgments A special thanks to John A. Calhoun, NCPCs Executive Director; Robert 11. The Crime Prevention Coalition's Crime Prevention Month Brown, Jr., Chief Crime Prevention Branch, Bureau of Justice Assistance; and Committee: Kevin N. Barry, Crime Prevention Association of Donna Schulz, BJA, for their expertise and continued support. Connecticut; Earl Beattie, ldalm Department of Law Enforcement; Mary Ellison, Minnesota Office of Drug Policy and Violence Prevention; Roy Hanson, Georgia Crime Prevention Association; Antony Queen, North Copyright 0 1995 National Crime Prevention Council Carolina Department of Crime Control and Public Safety; and James All rights reserved, except that this booklet may be reproduced in whole Thomas, Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency. or in part with proper attribution so long as the reproductions are for nonprofit use and not for sale or resale. Key NCPC Staff: Jacqueline Aker, Katie Basinski, Mac Gray. Judy Kirby, I lonora Lundell, Mary Jo Marvin, Veronica J. Morrison. Jean Printed in the Uniteci States of America. July 1995 O'Neil, Katrine Pendleton. Marty Pociask, John Rosiak, Christopher National Crime Prevention Council Scileppi, Faye Warren, and Jenifer Wicks. 1700 K Street, NW, Second Floor Washington. DC 20006-3817 Consultants: Brochures (text)Emily Eddins, Bill Woodwell 202-466-6272 Brochures (design) - ExArte Design, Inc. Cover Design: Colortone Press Printer: Presstar, Im .

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Look for the more than 30 reproducible brochures,posters, and articles in the back pocket. Selected and designed to complement each section of the guide, they're invaluable tools to help spread your crime preventionmessages.

4 BEST COPY AVAILABLE Most elected officials in almost Nearly 4 million American 400 U.S. cities feel that youth women are physically abused by NUMBERS crime and school violence had their husbands or boyfriends each increased over the past five years, year. (Facts You Should Know About according to a 1994 National Domestic Violence in America. SAY League of Cities survey. American Medical Association)

The nation's police chiefs and About Young People About Crime sheriffs cited domestic violence as the violent crime that contributil's IN Young people 12 through 15 Violent crime dropped -1 per- most to workload problems, fol- years old were at greatest risk of cent and property crime 3 percent lowed closely by assault, child being violent crime victims during in 1994, according to the FBI's abuse, drug i)ossession and sales, 1993. (NCVS) Uniform Crime Reporting (VCR) and firearms, in a 1994 National program which tabulates crime Institute of Justice survey. Reports of child abuse rose 4.5 reported to law enforcement percent in 1994 to exceed 3.1 mil- agencies. About Families lion. Approximately three children per day were killed as a result of IN The National Crime Nearly half of all American chil- child abuse or neglect. (National Victimization Survey (NCVS) con- dren (32.3 million) live in a situa- Committee to Prevent Child firmed a decline in property crime tion other than the traditional Abuse) for 1993, but showed an increase "nuclear" family multigenera- in violent victimizations, reflect- tional homes, blended families of Guns killed 5,379 children and ing an increase in attempted step-parents and half-siblings, and teens in 1992, one every 98 min- assaults that the UCR does not households where children live utes. Nearly 63 percent of these include. The NCVS is an ongoing with unmarried parents. victims died as a result of gun survey of America's households (U.S. Census) homicides, about 26 percent from conducted by the Bureau of JuEtice gun suicides and 9 percent from Statistics (BJS). N Between 1985 and 1992, the gun accidents. (The State qf share of families headed by a single America's Children Yearbook) Between 1973 and 1992, the mother increased in every state and rate of violent victimizations of the District of Columbia. This More than one-third of junior black males age 12 to 24 increased trend was found in cities, suburbs, high and high school students about 25 percent. (NCVS) and rural areas and in all racial believe their school does an only groups. (Kids Count) fair or poor job of providing a safe N Women are much less likely environment in the school build- than men to become victims of Children in father-absent fami- ing. (METLIFE Survey) violent crime in general, but they lies are five times more likely to be are ten times more likely than men poor and about ten times more to be victimized by a spouse, ex- likely to be extremely poor. spouse, or boyfriend. (Violence (Kith Count) Betwcen Intimates. BJS, 1994)

4 5 I A National institute ofjustice Hospital emergency admissions due survey of ten inner-city public to heroin jumped 86 percent between schools in four states found that 1990 and 1993. During the same one in fivestuAnts (one in three period, cocaine emergencies rose males) had been,shot at, stabbed, by 53 percent. (Keeping Score) or otherwiseinjtired witha weapon \/ at or going to and frOm school in the past few years.

II Half the women who reported they had been raped during 1992 were juveniles under 18 years old, and 16 percent were younger than Organizations Publications 12. (Child Rape Victims, BJS). Criminal Justice Information Keeping Score ServiceS Division*, Drug Strategies : About Drug Use r, (For UCR 2445 M Street, NW, Suite 480 More than 77 million people Federal Bureau of Investigation. Washington, pc 20037 reported they had used illicit drugs U.S. Department of Justice 202-663-6090 at some time during their lives in Washington, DC 20535 the 1993 National Household 202-324-2614 Kids Count Data Book 1995 Survey on Drug Abuse. (National The Annie E. Casey Drug Control Strategy, The White National Committee to Foundation . House, April 1995) Prevent Child Abuse 701 St. Paul Street 332 S. Michigan Avenue Baltimore, MD 21201 III Seven in ten Americans think Suite 1600 410-547-6600 drug abuse is worse today than five Chicago, IL 60604 The State of America's Children years ago. (Keeping Score) 312-663-3520 Yearbook 1995 NI The use of marijuana among National Criminal Justice Children's Defense Fund 8th, 10th, and 12th graders con- Reference Service 25 E Street, NIX1 tinued to increase in 1994, accord- Justice Statistics Clearinghouse Washington, DC 20001 ing to the 1994 Monitoring the (For NCVS data and other BJS 202-628-8787 Future Survey, funded by the U.S. studies) Department of Health and Human Box 6000 The Metropolitan Life Survey of Services' National Institute on Rockville, MD 20850 the American Teacher, 1994 Drug Abuse. Drug use in other 800-732-3277 METLIFE, the American categories also rose -- notably Teacher Survey cocaine, crack cocaine, and U.S. Census Bureau One Madison Avenue hallucinogens. Washington, DC 20233 New York, NY 10010-3690 301-457-4608 CR1 basics: good home security, self- We have got to continue protection skills for kids and PREVENTION grown-ups, drug prevention, and to send the message that Neighborhood Watch. unless we start invest- WORKS! ing in crime prevention Beyond the basics, other issues belong on the agenda for Crime now, unless we start Prevention Month. Peoples homes investing in children This simple fact is often for- ideally should offer safety, security, gotten in the ongoing and harmony. In today's world, and families now, we debne over crime and its violence invades the home through will never be able to causes. Prevention works when television, newspapers, magazines, build enough prisons individuals take common-sense talk radio, and video games. actions to protect themselves, their Violence can erupt within the 10 and 15 and 20 families, and property. It works home when intimates verbally or years from now for when these individuals, singly or physically attack each other or in groups, reach out to strengthen abuse a child or elderly parent. The the children we are communities. The theme for proliferation of firearms coupled neglecting now. Crime Protention Month 1995 with fear of crime brings more Cinu Pravutitm Startsat Home: handguns and the potential for Setting the Stage Ar Conmmnity more violence into the home. On U.S. Attorney General Actim --goes back to these the positive side, teaching conflict Janet Reno management skills to children and October 7, 1994 teens offers hope for reducing future violence. Another nontradi- Crime prevention does begin at tional avenue to violence prevention home, the first community that lies in youth community service. children know. The sense of security that comes from living in a home that provides physical safety, love, and support empowers the child to explore, learn, and trust. In the home, adults who settle their differences without v'olence without abusive words or actions set a powerful example. This foundation also sets the stage for community prevention efforts involving young and old, law enforcement, schools, businesses, religious institutions, community organizations, government agencies that have the power to drive crime and fear from our lives.

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V INSIDE... Li This guide offers event guns are not always easilydistinguish- and program ideas, Safe Night able from real guns. The police offi- along with resources, .Helps Reduce Violence cers talk about helpingfriends and telling a trusted adult when a gun is that focus primarily on The City of Milwaukee Health found; they also hand out an activity nine issues: Department and the Milwaukee book on gun safety. In just over a year, Violence Prevention Coalition recruit- Media violence the program has made a difference. In ed more than 45 groups including Drug prevention at least two incidents,third graders neighborhood associations, police, have found a gun and did not touch a Gun violence educators, youth, and businesses to Safety for children at organize a night of activities in June it, but told a trusted adult. They said they knew the right thing to do home and school 1994 that excluded guns, alcoholic because of the gun safety program. Domestic violence drinks, and arguments; offered family- Neighborhood based activities; and presented creative conflict resolution techniques. PTA Promotes organizing The emergency room at Children's Media Literacy Skills Sexual assault Ilospital of Milwaukee reported that The Ainerican Psychological a Conflict management the number of children admitted on Association reports that a typical a Community service Safe Night was dramatically reduced, child will watch more than 8,000 This does not mean you especially considering it was a hot murders and a total of 100,000 acts of need to limit Crime Friday night. The Safe Night program violence on TV before finishing ele- Prevention Month activi- expanded to 30 weekends, 98 sites, mentary school. In addition, children ties to these subjects. and more than 8,600 participants. watch an average of 20,000 TV com- The group's help was even sought by mercials each year. As part of its long- two of Milwaukee's largest gangs. standing concern over media violence, Lead organizer Olusegun Sijuwade of the National PTA joined with the the Health Department used the National Cable Television Association you'll also find organizing tips entire month of June 1995 to high- and other practical tools, and Cable in the Classroom in the light the Safe Night campaign, which Family and Community Critical such as a sample proclamation and has been adopted by other cities in press release to help celebrate Viewing Project. PTA and cable Wisconsin. Crime Prevention Month 1995. industry leaders are trained to host The camera-ready brochures, critical viewing workshops in their articles, posters, and activity Cops Teach Gun Safety communities, which teach parents sheets (more than 30) in the back Reasoning that children needed to be how to set (and keep) household rules pocket can be used in October and taught to be safe from gun dangers as for TV viewing, how to recognize throughout the year to energize much as traffic dangers, the Baltimore ways that television is used to manip- and rejuvenate prevention County Police developed a one-hour ulate viewers, how to talk to children programs. They're presented in lesson plan for third graders that is about TV violence, and how to hold two groups Safety at Home: now taught in 90 percentof the coun- effective family disCussions about Back to the Basics, r.nd Safer ty's public and private schools. Short what children see on television. The Neighborhoods: Preventit.n talks are interspersed with role plays PTA believes that With these media Everyone's Responsibility. of potentially dangerous situations literacy skills parents, teachers, and A Calendar of Special Observances finding a gun, a younger sibling pick- children will better understand how on pages 14-17 of this booklet ing up a gun, seeing someone with a TV works and how it afkcts those includes the names and addresses +;un, and hearing gunfire.The third who watch it. State PTA offices are of organizations to contact for radeI. also learn how to handle peer coordinating the workshops. materials, as do most camera- pressure, that you can't alwaystell ready brochures. whether a gun is loade:1, and that toy

8 Older Americans Though fear still dampens involve- Business-Law Enforcement ment in prevention activities, resi- "Grandmother" At-Risk Teens dents are quick to point out improve- Partnership Brings High-Tech Spices of Life in Bridgeport. ments. Some say they sleep more Help to Battered Women Connecticut, links senior citizen vol- soundly at night since young people ADT Security Systems, Inc. has been unteers from the city's Triad program no longer deal drugs outside their helping police departments and dis- with girls ages I 0 to 13 from inner- doors. Others are starting to plant trict attorneys in more than 30 com- city schools. With the help of Triad gardens and reclaim the outdoors. munities give an extra layer of protec- coordinator Angela DeLeon and Reporting of some types of c rime has tion to battered women stalked and DARE officer Ruby Crear, this inter- risen, as has community intolerance threatened by their abusers. Under generational project brings young and toward criminal conduct of any kind. the AWARE (Abused Women's old together one afternoon a week for Active Response Emergency) pro- a homemade meal, activities, and Teen "Ambassadors" Teach gram, ADT installs security systems lessons in sewing, cooking, and crafts. Kids To "Talk It Out, Wait It Out, and emergency response pendants in In addition, women professionals Walk It Out" homes of women who have obtained teach sessions on self-esteem, good restraining orders against their In 1994, Chicago's Department of hygiene, nutrition, and skin care. abusers and are considered at high Human Services and the (Micago Park Police officers have talked about risk of serious injury. If a woman is District asked Ann Parry of Rainbow gangs. The I --year-old homeless threatened, she presses the panic but- House's (a shelter for battered women) mother of a three-year-old child gave ton on the alarm panel or pendant; Institute for Choosing Non-Violence the teenagers a realistic picture of the ADT dispatcher receives the co design a summer violence preven- what it's like to be a young parent. emergency signal and immediately tion program that used teenagers the The coordinators report that the older calls the police who give the call top agencies hired to work with young volunteers have become surrogate priority. grandmothers and that the girls fill a children. she developed "Take Ten" to ADT donates the time, equipment, void in the seniors lives. ,give people practical, hands-on ways to stop violence. The program trained and signal monitoring capabilities for Community Policing Drives 30 adult youth coordinators who then up to 12 residences in a community. The women recipients are selected by Crime From Public Housing trained 100 teen "ambassadors" in a week-long session. Working in pairs, social service providers, law enforce- Foot and bicycle patrols, police sub- these young people taught small ment, shelters, and district attorneys' stations, and Neighborhood Watch groups (10 to 15) of six- to twelve- offices. Local officials involved with programs are among the many tools year olds. A guidebook offers exercises AWARE have unstinting praise for its used by the Fort Worth Housing to help adults clarify their under- effectiveness. Many feel that AWARE Authority (FWHA) to reduce crime. standing of violence and nonviolence not only affords domestic violence vic- In the spirit of community policing, and provides ideas and activities the tims additional protection, but raises monthly meetings bring public hous- teen ambassadors can use. The pro- public awareness of the problem and ing residents, police officers, and gram was so successful that it won the sends the message to batterers that FWHA officials together to promote mayor's endorsement and is being the criminal justice system won't tol- cooperation and exchange informa- repeated this summer. erate their violent behavior. "The tion. In the J.A. Cavile public hous- biggest benefit of AWARE is its "Choosing Non-Violence is not some- ing community, crime fell 29 percent psychological effect," says District thing that happens on Tuesday after- between January 1993 and mid-1994. Attorney John Fahy in Bergen noon from 2 until 2:30," says Parry. Resident coordinators have gone door- County, New Jersey. "The women feel "It's the way you treat people from the to-door training neighbors on their safer and are able to get on with their very minute you walk in until the responsibility to report crime. One lives." officer meets once a month with very minute you walk out of the class- Cavile's Friendly Neighbors, a group room. We need to designate more safe that sponsors -Adopt a Grandparent" places for children a home, a class- 0$°°°I, and "Little Helpers" projects to room, a Girl Scout troop, a Boys & 3/4 bridge the gap between young peoplz- Girls Club, anyplace where violence and elders. will not be tolerated."

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A PROCLAMATION Or!-!'i!-111110t 1:to'reA'l FOR CRIME PREVENTION MONTH 1995 !low 0: 40+11Ir 1.-1H01)02.- Whereas, the vitality of our nation depends on how ti.01.00(001k, .0-011}1, safe we keep our homes, neighborhoods, and communities, because crime and fear diminisn the qualityof life for all; 'Whereas, people of all ages must be made aware of what they can do to prevent themselves, their families, neighborhoods, and workplaces from being harmed by violence, drugs, and other crime;

Whereas, the personal injury, financial loss, and com- N' : 1 tiöi munity deterioration resulting from crime are intolera- , ble and need to be addressed by the whole community; _70 Whereas, effective crime prevention programs excel Contact the net s ttgy,,. because of partnerships among law enforcement, other government agencies, civic groups,schools, and indi- eniznding tllem4thOii;!,2 ;bligation to report the'siiod viduals as they help to rebuild a sense of communal I responsibility and shared pride; and 'mein about prevention", a;$ well as the bad news about violence. Whereas, crime prevention initiatives are more than self-protection and security, but must promote positive alternatives to delinquency and drugs among young Schedule a press conference or people and emphasize the power of youth to better photo opportunity for the last communities. week in September to proclaim October as Crime Prevention Therefore, I (name of leader), (title), do hereby Month. proclaim October 1995 as Crime Prevention Month in (name of area) and urge all citizens, government agencies, public and private institutions, and business- Thirty-seven of the 50 state es to increase their participation in ourcommunity's governors issued Crime prevention efforts and thereby promote good Prevention Month proclamations citizenship. in 1994.

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ayor/GovernoriCouncil President Mhas proclaimed October as Crime Prevention

Month, a time to empower individuals with knowledge to protect themselves and persuade

them to take collective action to make their communities safer and more vital.

The theme for Crime Prevention Month 1995, Crime Prevention Starts at Home: Setting the Stage for Community

Action, not only focuses on the basics good home security, self-protection skills for children and grown-ups, drug prevention, and Neighborhood Watch. It also addresses more complex issues such as violence in the media, family violence, and dangers posed by the proliferation of handguns. It calls on all of us to look for ways to settle conflicts without violence in our homes, workplaces, schools, and neighborhoods. It urges everyone to contribute to the community's well-being by volunteering and to exercise good citizenship by reporting crime.

During October, a rich array of activities will demonstrate crime prevention's power to mobilize citizens and promote community partnerships. These events inclucie an essay/poster contest for elementary schools, a crime prevention fair at the Mall, a community-wide cleanup day, neighborhood block parties, and community service projects organized by the Youth Council. OR IT CO MUNITY PARTNERS

Law Enforcement Can Businesses Can media vioiLnce, sexual assault, and other prevention topics on join school children for lunch III Include brochures on crime which readers frequently request and talk informally about crime nrevention in paychecks and information. and drug prevention. company newsletters in October. a Take McGruff the Crime Dog Donate food and services to Hand out bookmarks during to the shopping mall or downtown drug- and alcohol-free activities October with the Turn Off the on a Saturday to meet children and for teens. Violence pledge or crime adults, hand out crime prevention prevention tips. materials, and pose for photos. Hold workshops for employees on preventing sexual assault, Churches and Other Religious a Go door to door offering home sexual harassment, and domestic Organizations Can security surveys, in partnership violence. ;Donsor classes in parenting with a youth group like the skills (babysitting provided), with Explorer Scouts or a school club. Print and Broadcast Media Can an emphasis on handling conflict Run the public service ads Schools Can created for the National Citizens' Involve members of all ages in Celebr, e with a poster or essay Crime Prevention Campaign community service projects contest on the theme "Crime during prime time or in prominent Prevention Starts at Home." spaces. Desi n worship services during Octobe to encourage Teach conflict management IN Start off the news by spo hg----T-t-,___,_aiolenc.e.prevention initiatives and skills in all classes fropre inder- ositive work by law enforce- volunterism. garten throughigh school. mt, ;ndividuals, and civic group t C I es and Universities Can a Start or lend their facilities for s, and other cI me. a family fil .st val grams so kids who un too old for sitt a cityde estiv ng to be on their o RIJiries of art e place t student ewspa er o ii t secuiliFf 1.a nianc t-he cafemion1 I i Display ind and drug_atidI r.frothat show Mdi hlvingproble uiu c spcial campaign to , withettr violen dent.aware of prevention strateties, çscrt services, emer- plio9e sstemseall->v*es ms of icer C 11 "zrs-r,f CRIME

PREVENTION ORLANDO, FLORIDA The Central Florida Crime Prevention Officers' Association and WKCF-TV MONTH Orlando joined forces to produce 13 Public Service Announcements (PSAs) on crime prevention which were broadcast during October and November. Some are still being aired! Made at Seaworld, the PSAs showed children in various 1994 dangerous situations and give advice about how to deal with them. Topics include seat belt safety, what to do if lost, gun safety, and how to "Turn Off These highlights are drawn from the Violence." WKCF donated all services to create the spots crews, equip- the many exciting reports NCPC ment, editing, and airtime; Seaworld lent its facilities; and, equally impor- received from people across the tant, many people volunteered their time to make the project a success. counfry who shared their Crime Basketball superstar Shaquille O'Neal has pledged to donate his time and his Prevention Month efArts. home to film the PSAs for Crime Prevention Month 1995. Complete the Feedback Card in the bark of this guide and you BESSEMER, ALABAMA might appear in next year's Students at the James A. Davis Middle School created a two-sided wall that Journal! delivered a powerful message about the impact of violence on their lives. On one side, handprints held the names of friends or family members lost to violence. The wall also displayed the pictures and names of others who died as a result of violence in Bessemer. On the other side, the Peace side, students out- lined their hands and within the borders described ways they could help stop the violence. A memorial candlelight vigil followed the unveiling of the wall. Most fiamilies of those memorialized attended, expressing hope that the project becomes an annual event. / 7/1 V 4/ L-714 (,--74411VO4

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3 BEST COPY AVAILABLE, LYNN, MASSACHUSETTS Recognized by the United States Conference of Mayors for its outstanding Celebrate Crime Prevention efforts during Crime Prevention Month 1994, this city orchestrated work- Month 1995 With: shops in conflict resolution for students, a Turn in Toy Weapons campaign, a a An awards ceremony a Violence Prevention Day, a Night of Peace, a workshop on dealing with breakfast, dinner, lunch, or domestic abuse, and more than 40 other activities. The month's event culmi- reception to honor young nated with more than 400 citizens joining together in a Walk Against Crime people and adults who have and Violence. A local cable station produced a "Stop the Violence" videotape volunteered their time to help featuring some of the month's well-attended programs. families and children.

SPARKS, NEVADA A community-wide service project that involves all age Armed with Working Together To Stop the Violence, the guide to Crime groups. Clean up a river, high- Prevention Month 1994 and her own will to make a difference, Donna way, or park. Build or repair Sosnowski convinced the mayor and Chamber of Commerce of the importance housing 2or low-income fami- of the celebration, enlisted the Superintendent of Schools' cooperation, and rallied local businesses to fund activities. The enthusiasm generated was so lies or the rlderly. Repair a great that all 54 elementary schools in the county participated. Two television neighborhood playground. stations and two newspapers covered events, which included skits produced Clean up a cemetery. Start a by young people and massive multi-school assemblies. According to the community garden. Superintendent of Schools, the only drawback was that "every day wasn't Turn A free concert featuring per- Off the Violence Day." formers from local high schools, colleges, and universities or WHIDBEY ISLAND, WASHINGTON community music and theater The Whidbey Island Naval Station launched Operation Safe Kid with an groups. array of community allies: four law enforcement agencies, two district fire A fair at a shopping mall departments, hospital paramedics, and the local telephone company. Together, with information booths from they created a course to teach children ages eight to 12 safety skills and crime police, fire fighters, paramedics, prevention tactics. Kids traveled from station to station watching videos and and Neighborhood Watch answering questions. Aficr completing the circuit, they "graduated" and were groups. Ask stores to display awarded a "Safe Kid" certificate. The event culminated with a special concert posters made by students and McGruff was the warm-up act attended by nearly 300 people. award prizes. Make sure McGruff makes an appearance! PROVO, UTAH A Bicycle Rodeo to teach McGruff traded the written word for the written name! Kids who signed a children safe riding habits, bik- pledge card vowing to Turn Off the Violence received a book from a large ing laws, and how to protect cache donated by local businesses. The community continued its Crime bikes from theft. Include work- Prevention Month focus on children by sponsoring poster and essay contests shops on maintenance, an for elementary schools. In a highly publicized ceremony held at the City obstacle course to test skills, Council's meeting room, the city leaders joined the chief of police in handing and maps of trails and bike plaques to the winners. The posters were mass produced, distributed, and paths for children, teens, displayed all around town. and adults.

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Turn Off the Violence Day Thursday, October 12, 1995 The Turn Off the Violencecoali- tion asks children, teens, and adults to turn off violehttelevision programs, not listen to violent Domestic Violence music, not go to violent movies, and not rent violent videcis. October Awareness Month Instead, the day should bea Provides a domestic violence Crime Prevention Month unique opportunity for schoolsto awareness month packet to mem- teach conflictmanagement skills, Sponsored by the Crime bers on how to raise public aware- for families to share activities,for Prevention Coalition, this annual ness. General information on celebration of community spirit communities to translate rhetoric domestic violence availableat no cost. and partnerships challenges people about violence preventioninto to take individual and collective events and programs, and for National Coalition Against youth to tellgovernment leaders action to prevent crime and build Domestic Violence how violence affects their dailylives. communities that nurture andpro-PO Box 18749 tect young people. Denver, CO 80218-0749 Turn Off the Violence 303-839-1852 PO Box 27558 National Crime Prevention Fax 303-831-9251 Council Minneapolis, MN 55427 1700 K Street, NW, Second Floor 612-593-8041 National Fire Prevention Washington, DC 20006-3817 Week 202-466-6272 Sunday, October 8 Aineiica'sSafe SChools Week Fax202-296-1356 Saturday, October 14, 1995 !_:Sünday, October 15 The NFPA seeksto increase public .-laturday, ()etcher 21, 1995 awareness of the dangers of fire and 'The observance recognizesand the ways we can protect ourselves honors exemplaryprograms and '4,

BEST COPY AVAILABLE 15 associations at the school, district, National Red Ribbon Week Hotline: 1-800-416-3824 state, and national levels that are Monday, October 23 (In Washington, DC, call 202- effectively preventing campus 223-9186, ext.183) Monday, October 31, 1995 crime, improving discipline, increasing attendance, and sup- Join National Family Partnership pressing drug traffic and abuse. (NFP) in celebrating healthy, drug America's Safe Schools Week, now free lifestyles. Wear and display January in its llth year, is sponsored annu- red ribbons to show your support ally by the National School Safety for drug free youth and your will- Crime Stoppers Month ingness to take a stand against Center, a partnership of the U.S. Emphasizes disseminating infor- drugs in your community. For Department of Justice, U.S. mation to the public on felony more information or to order an Department of Education, and crimes. Local programs sponsor NFP catalog, please contact: Pepperdine University. anonymous reporting systems that offer rewards, raised through com- National Family Partnership National School Safety Center munity efforts, for productive tips 11159-B South Towne Square 4165 Thousand Oaks Boulevard that help police solve crimes. Suite 290 St. Louis, MO 63123 314-845-1933 Westlake Village, CA 91362 Crime Stoppers 805-373-9977 International, Inc. Fax 805-373-9277 Make a Difference Day PO Box 30413 October 28, 1995 Albuquerque, NM 87190 YWCA Week Without Violence A national day of volunteering 800-245-0009 Sunday, October 15 sponsored by USA WEEKEND Fax 800-245-0009 Saturday, October 21, 1995 magazine in partnership with the The YWCA Week Without Points of Light Foundation. Ten Violence is a national education projects done that day and judged campaign designed to inspire to be outstanding receive S2,000 alternatives to violence by demon- charitable donations, national March strating that we can all live with- recognition in USA WEEKEND, out it. The campaign challenges and in Washington, DC, during National PTA Alcohol and National Volunteer Week. An people to imagine a world without Other Drug Awareness Week additional 50 honorable-mention violence and then, together, take Sunday, March 3 the first steps to make this vision a projects are awarded $2,000 dona- Saturday, March 9, 1996 (first reality. Each day of the YWCA tions from Paul Newman and Week Without Violence will focus Newman's Own, Inc. and are spot- week of March every year) on a different set of issues relating lighted in the magazine. For This week creates an additional to violence. Contact your local information: opportunity for the PTA to YWCA or write to: emphasize the urgent need for par- USA WEEKEND/Difference ents to take proactive measures in YWCA Week Without Violence 1000 Wilson Boulevard educating themselves about facts 726 Broadway, 5th Floor Arlington, VA 22229-0012 New York, NY 10003-9595 703-276-6445

1ti and preventive and intervention Alcohol-Free Weekend National Youth Service Day * strategies to recognize, understand, Friday, April 5 and combat drug and alcohol abuse This is a celebration to honor what Sunday, April 7, 1996 among youth. The PTA's mission young people have accomplished is to support and speak on behalf "I'm Free for the Weekend" offers in their communities and to of youth, assist parents in develop- adults one way to emphasize posi- encourage continued active ing parental skills, and encourage tive behavior rather than dwell on involvement. The focus is on pub- public and parental involvement in the negative consequences of alco- lic education and an effort to the nation's public school systems. hol consumption, which is the make the government recognize Contact your state PTA or: third leading cause of preventable youth participation and accom- death in the nation. Sponsoring plishments. The National PTA organizations around the country 330 North Wabash Avenue can involve communities by urg- Youth Service America Suite 2100 ing adults to sign a commitment 1101 15th Street, /IW Chicago, IL 60611-3690 to be alcohol-free for the weekend. Suite 200 312-670-6782 Washington, DC 20005 Fax 312-670-6783 National Council on Alcoholism 202-296-2992 & Drug Dependence, Inc. Fax 202-296-4030 12 West 21 Street New York, NY 10010 National 212-206-6770 Crime Victim Rights Week * April Fax 212-645-1690 Commemorated since 1981, this special week was created to Child Abuse Prevention Month National Volunteer Week remember victims of crime and Sunday, April 21 raise awareness of crime victimiza- National, state, and local organization. Victim service providers tions participate in activities to Saturday, April 27, 1996 around the country host activities draw attention to child abuse and The Points of Light Foundation throughout this week. neglect and their prevention, sponsors this week for local and emphasiiing community collabo- national organizations to recognize National Victim Center ration as the key to success and celebrate the good work of 2111 Wilson Boulevard in preventing child maltreatment. their volunteers. It's also an opportunity to publicize the bene- Suite 300 Arlington, VA 22201 National Committee to Prevent fits of engaging volunteers and recruit additional volunteers. 703-276-2880 Child Abuse Fax 703-276-2889 332 South Michigan Avenue Points of Light Foundation Suite 1600 National Organization for Chicago, IL 60604 1737 H Street, NW Washington, DC 20006 Victim Assistance 312-663-3520 1757 Park Road, NW Fax 312-939-8962 202-223-9186 Fax 202-223-9256 Washington, DC 20010 202-232-6682 Fax 202-462-2255

17 May National Center for Missing and August Exploited Children National Police Week 2101 Wilson Boulevard National Night Out Suite 550 Sunday, May 12 August 1, 1995 (First Tuesday) Arlington, VA 22201 Saturday, May 19, 1996 800-843-5678703-235-3900 Seeks to heighten violence and Provides family support services Fax 703-235-4067 drug prevention awareness, and (counselors, g roup meetings) for generate support and participation families and :o-workers who have National SAFE KIDS Week in local anti-crime efforts. NNO also strengthens neighborhood lost a loved one in the line of duty. May 1996 * Support is also provided to families spirit and police-community rela- during the criminal justice process. This national safety initiative is tions and sends a message to crimi- Seminars, candlelight vigils, and designed to raise public awareness nals that communities are orga- memorial services are examples of about the importance of prevent- nized and fighting back. It has Police Week events. ing unintentional childhood become a year-long program to injuries (traffic, biking and motor strengthen neighborhood spirit. Concerns of Police Survivors vehicle incidents, fires, drownings, PO Box 3199 choking and poisonings) which are Next year's 13th Annual National Carndenton, MO 65020 the leading killer of children ages 14 and under. In collaboration Night Out is scheduled for August 314-346-4911 6, 1996. Contact NATW now for Fax 314-346-1414 with the National SAFE KIDS Campaign, more than 180 state registration information. and local coalitions will sponsor Registered areas receive a free National SAFE KIDS Weeek activ- organizational kit filled with how- National Missing ities in their communities. to material including camera-ready Children's Day artwork, event suggestions and Saturday, May 25, 1996 National SAFE KIDS Campaign guidelines. Spearheaded by the National 111 Michigan Avenue, NW Center for Missing and Exploited Washington, DC 20010 National Association Children (NCMEO, family and 202-884-4993 of Town Watch friends of missing children join Fax 301-650-8038 PO Box 303 forces annually to raise public Wynnewood, PA 19096

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Protecting Children TalkingWith Youth About Prevention: Uniting Communities Through Crime Prevention A Tecvhing Guide for Lau, Enforcement and Others Frames prevention as a major community anti-crime Extremely popular hands-on guide foranyone working with strategy compatible with community policing; provides youth in crime and drug prevention. Avast resource for extraordinary base for community action. Presents thecase ages 5 through 18. 476 pages. Item M29, $29.95. for prevention, including examples ofsuccess. Item M35, $14.95. Find the Silly and Dangerous Things Bright, entertaining poster. Helpsyoung children recognize Reaching the Spanish-Speaking and talk through handling dangerous situations ina non- threatening way. 30" x 22". Item P33, $5.95. El Libro de McGrufflMcGruffs Activity Book Stimulating activities in English and Meet McGruff Spanish help children learn drug and Engaging poster familiarizes young crime prevention skills in fun ways. Item o order or to obtain a K9, $22.95. children with McGruff and positive, Tcatalog of NCPC's free fun, drug-free activities. 30"x 22". and low-cosi educational.' Item PR21, $5.95. Conozca a McGruffaleet McGruff materials, call 800-NCPC-911 Colorful bilingual poster shows a collage of We Are Special or write to the National drug free activity. Familiarizes young McGruff and his nephew Scruff, Crime Prevention Council children with McGruff and makes them invite youngsters to put their own Fulfillment Center, aware of positive, fun, drug-free activity. pictures in the poster's picture PO Box 1, 100 Church Street, Item P30, $5.95. Also available in English. Item PR2I, $5.95. frame. 22" x 30". Item P36, $5.95. Amsterdam, NY 12010. . Fax 518-843-6857. Involving Teens NY residents add 7% sales "- Publications Just Released! Charting Success: A Workbook for tax and DC residents add Spanish and English Brochure Masters Developing Crime Prevention and 6.75% sales tax to subtotal. Very popular brochures translated into Other Community Service Projects Prepayment by check, Spanish camera-ready and localizable; Explores crime's impact on youth; purchase order, Visa or Item B55, $9.95. presents sample projects and Mastercard accepted. program ideas. Updated Second Preventing Violence Against Women: Edition. Item M I 1B, $7.95. Not Just a Women's Issue Examines the extent, patterns, and impact of violent crimes Involving Adults against women and offers practical advice for individualsin prevention and victim services. Addresses self-protection Tools n Involve Parents in Gang Prevention and self-defense, sexual assault/rape, acquaintancerape, Helps communities deal with emerginggang problems; domestic violence, workplace violence, and teen dating shows how to enlist parents and involve childrenin anti- aggression. Item M28, $16.95. gang strategies and positive community activities. Item M31, $24.95. Cops Helping Kids: A Guide for Working With Four- and Five-Year-Old Children Are You Safe? A National Teston Crime Prevention Comprehensive advice for law enforcement officers who 45 minute TV-quality video includescrime scenarios, multi- teach young children. Item K30, $19.95. ple choice questions for audienceresponse, action reminders, discussions by panel of experts. Item V4A, $39.95. Helping Kids Handle Conflict: A Guide for Those Teaching Children Mobilizing Communities This book helps in teaching children howto cope with Taking a Stand Against Crime and Drugs bullies, conflicts involving guns and otherweapons, media- Offers more than 40 reproduciblemasters for public educa- influenced conflict, and general conflict situations. tion on subjects ranging from personal safetyto business Item M37, $24.95. prevention, from child protectionto prevention advice for the disabled. This comprehensive kitcomes in a three-ring Proceeds from the sale of these itemsgo back into pro- hinder and includes a reproducible NeighborhoodWatch grams and activities of the National Citizens' Crime mini-kit, ten reports on timely issues, anda resource guide. Prevention Campaign. They help producemorc materi- Item M3013, $39.95. als and programs to meet the needs of those workingto prevent crime and build safer, more caring communities. 2 Crime Prevention Association of Michigan Minnesota Crime Prevention Practitioners, Inc. Minnesota Office of Drug Policy and Violence Prevention Mississippi Crime Prevention Association Mississippi Division of Public Safety Planning Missouri Crime Prevention Association Missouri Department of Public Safety Nebraska Crime Commission Nebraska Crime Prevention Association Nevada Office of the Attorney General New Jersey Crime Prevention Officers' Association. Inc. State Members New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety New Mexico Crime Prevention Association Alabama Crime Prevention Network New York Division of Criminal Justice Services Arizona Crime Prevention Association New York State Crime Prevention Coalition Arizona Department of Public Safety North Carolina Crime Prevention Officers Association Arkansas Crime Information Center North Carolina Department of Crime Control and California Attorney General's Office Public Safety California Crime Prevention Officers Association North Dakota Office of the Attorney General California Governor's Office of Criminal Ohio Crime Prevention Association Justice Planning Ohio Governor's Office of Criminal Justice Services Colorado Crime Prevention Association Oklahoma Department of Public Safety Crime Prevention Association of Connecticut Crime Prevention Association of Oregon Florida Bureau of Criminal Justice Programs Oregon Board on Public Safety Standards. and Training Florida Crime Prevention Association Crime Prevention Association of Western Pennsylvania Georgia Crime Prevention Association Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency Georgia Department of Community Affairs Pennsylvania Crime Prevention Officers Association Hawaii Department of the Attorney General Rhode Island Crime Prevention Officers Association Idaho Crime Prevention Association South Carolina Governor's Office Idaho Department of Law Enforcement South Dakota Police Chiefs Association Illinois Attorney General's Office Texas Crime Prevention Association Illinois Crime Prevention Association Texas Governor's Office Iowa Crime Prevention Association Utah Council for Crime Prevention Iowa Department of Public Safety Vermont State Police Kansas Bureau of Investigation Virginia Crime Prevention Associatioa Kansas Crime Prevention Association Virginia Department of Criminal JustiiServices Northern Kentucky Prevention Information Network Washington Crime Prevention Associatio - Maryland Crime Prevention Association Washington State Attorney General's Office Maryland Community Crime Prevention Institute West Virginia Criminal Justice and Massachusetts Crime Prevention Officers Association Highway Safety Office Massachusetts Criminal Justice Training Council

4 :3 Wisconsin Crime Prevention Practitioners National Crime Prevention Council Association, Inc. National Crime Prevention Institute Wisconsin Department of Justice National Criminal Justice Association Wisconsin Department of Administration National District Attorneys Association National Exchange Club National Agencies National Family Partnership The Advertising Council, Inc. National 4-H Council American Association of Retired Persons National Governors' Association American Crime Prevention Association National League of Cities American Federation of Labor-Congress of National Network of Runaway and Youth Services Industrial Organizations National Organization of Black Law Enforcement American Probation and Parole Association Executives American Society for Industrial Security National Organization for Victim Assistance The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. National Recreation and Park Association Boy Scouts of America National Sheriffs' Association Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Urban League, Inc. Crime Stoppers International, Inc. National Victim Center General Federation of Women's Clubs Police Executive Research Forum Institute of Criminal Justice Studies Service Corps of Retired Executives Association Insurance Information Institute U.S. Conference of Mayors International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators Federal Agencies International Association of Chiefs of Police Department of Defens( International Association of Credit Card Investigators Drug Enforcement Administration International Association of Directors of Law Federal Bureau of Investigation Enforcement Standards and Training General Services Administration International Association for Healthcare Security U.S. Department of Air Force and Safety U.S. Department of Army International City/County Management Association U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs International Society of Crime Prevention Practitioners Bureau of Justice Assistance International Union of Police Associations Bureau of Justice Statistics National Association for .:he Advancement of National Institute of Justice Colored People Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention National Association of Attorneys General Office for Victims of Crime National Association of Broadcasters U.S. Department of Navy National Association of Counties U.S. Marine Corps National Association of Criminal Justice Planners U.S. Postal Inspection Service National Association of Elementary School Principals National Association of Police Athletic Leagues National Association of Town Watch National Council of La Raza National Council on Crime and Delinquency

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Brochures, Posters, Articles, and Activity Sheets

The back pocket of Crime Prevention Starts at Home: Setting the Stage for Community Action contains a selectionof camera-ready crime, drug, and .violence prevention materials to help you celebrate Crime Prevention Month These materials are designed to be printed, photocopied, or offset that's why they're printed in high-resolution black type on coated paper. Most have space for sponsors, local phone numbers, and addresses.

Although these materials are copyrighted to protect their integrity, you can produce as many copies as youlike for free distribution so long as you do not change the text without written approval from the National Crime Precention Council.

If you wish to change tlie text or have any questions about using McGruff or Scruff, contact the Quality Review Committee at NCPC, 1700 K Street, NW, Second Floor, Washington, DC 20006-3817. To obtain a useful reference, write to NCPC for a free copy of Guidelines for Mc-Gruff and Related Marks.

Here are some suggestions for using these camera-ready materials:

Use the Celebrate Crime Prevention Month poster to announce your events throughout October.

Enlarge the mini-posters and activity sheets and print on bright-colored paper.

Hand out brochures at civic meetings and school assemblies. Ask libraries, recreation centers, medical offices, and local businesses (especially ones that cater to children and families) to display and distribute.

Organize a coloring contest for elementary children, using the Halloween poster.

IIICreate bookmarks, shopping bags, bumper stickers, fliers, and envelope stuffers. Use the photocopier to reduce or enlarge. Be creative with colored paper and different types of paper.

Place articles in newspapers and newsletters. CRIME PREVENTION STARTS AT

McGruffe HOME the Crime Dog SETTING THE STAGE FOR COMMUNITY ACTION Please Let Us Know What You Think!

Please take a moment to answer these questions. Then fold this card, tape it, and mail it with a 32c stamp. Your comments will help us prepare for Crime Prevention Month 1996! Name Organization Address City State ZIP (+4) Daytime Phone Fax

1111 Community Size:11.' Under 25,000 III 25,000-100,000 IT 100,000-200,000 ii Over 200,000 Please indicate the kind of group that is using this booklet: E Law Enforcement ._ School _- Community Group E Business .7_ Library -110ther (please specify) Are you going to have a 1995 Crime Prevention Month proclamation? Iii Yes11 No (If so, please send us a copy.)

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Statis,.it s: What the Numbers Say 1 2 3 4 5 Program Profiles: The Many Faces of Crime Prevention 1 2 3 4 5 Sample Proclamation 1 2 3 4 5 Sample Press Release 1 ? 3 4 5

Activity Ideas: Work With Community Partners 1 2 3 4 5 .) Crime Prevention Month 1994: Highlights 1 3 4 5

Calendar of Special Observances 1 ) 3 4 5 -) McGruff Educational Products 1 3 4 5 2 Resources From NCPC 1 3 4 5 Making Public Service Ads Work for You (color brochure) I , 4 5

Which camera-ready materials do you think you will use? Expect to Use? Expected Yes No # of Copies BrochuresHome Security: Inves.: in It Now IT Is Media Violence Invading Your Home? Dealing With Gun Violence Talking With Your Kids About Drugs Making Peace: Tips on Managing Conflict At Home Alone: A Parent's Guide Holiday Safety Tips Business Travel Safety Tips Family Vacation: Fun and Safety Protecting Yourself From Telemarketing Fraud Join a Neighborhood Watch Street Sense: It's Common Sense Domestic Violence: The Hidden Crime Rape Is About Power, Control, and Anger Working Together To Create Safer Schools Halloween Safety: Pointers for Parents 10

Yes No # of Copies Articles/ Don't Let Your Family Go Down the Tube! Drop-Ins Turn Off the Violence Pledge Mc Gruff's Stay Away From Guns Pledge Inhalants: What Parents Should Know Marijuana: Common, Dangerous, and Still Illegal Mad? Frustrated? Ready To Explode? So I'll Be Home Alone...Do I Know... People Can Make a Difference: Be a Volunteer If You're Being Abused...Plan Now tOr Your Escape Safer Seniors

Posters Eight Things You and Your Neighbors Can Do Ten Things Kids Can Do To Stop Violence Mc Gruff's Halloween Safety Tips Celebrate Crime Prevention Month, October 1995

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Activity Silly and Dangerous Things Activity Sheets Help Scruff Get Home Safely Maze Help Scruff Celebrate McGruff's 15th Birthday McGruff Crossword Puzzle

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Would you be willing to give us a brief report on what you did for Crime Prevention Month 1995? Yes, please send me a form. T No, thanks.

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Attn: Crime Prevention Month 1995 National Crime Prevention Council 1700 K Street, NW, Second Floor Washington, DC 20006-3817

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TAKE A BITE OUT OF QUM TURN OFF THE VIOLENCE PLEDGE MCGRUFF'S STAY AWAY FROM GUNS PLEDGE I want to help my community Turn Off the Violence on October 12, 1995. I won't watch any violent TV, videotapes, or movies or listen to violent music. I won't use any words or actions I agree to... Never touch a gun I find anywhere at that hurt someone. home, at a friend's house, or on the street. I will get away fast and tell a trusted adult.

My Name Not take any chances if I don't know whether a gun is real or a toy. I will treat any gun as if it is real. Never take a gun or ans. other w capon to school. I will tell a teacher, principal. or Thanksibr helping me. .lkGniff other trusted adult about any weapon "Turn Off the see at school or on the street. and "Take A Bite Out Of Crime.- Never give in if a friend or classmate wants me to play with or use a gun. Iffind 3 gun I will leave and tell a trusted adult. Settle arguments with words, not fists. guns. or other weapons. I will work it out. I will apolc Tize if I've done something wrong.

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We carefully label and safely storemany household COMMON, DANGEROUS, products that are harmful or fatal if swallowed. But and Still Illegal what about the hundreds of products glue, paint, lighter fluid, fingernail polish, permanent markers, and In 1994. three in ten high school seniors said they anything in aerosol cans that young people can smoked marijuana at least once. It's the most widely used illicit drug in the United States and tends sniff to get a rapid. dangerous "highr It'seasy to buy to be the first illegal drug teens use. or find inhalants, and abuse is on the increase. In 1994. one in nve eighth graders reported using Just because it's common doesn't mean marijuana is inhalants at least once. safe. In fact, the marijuana used today is farstronger than that available two or three decadesago and An inhalant -high- gives a feeling of well-being and far more dangerous. reduces inhibitions, much like the effects of alcohol and other sedatives. Higher doses produce laughter Using Marijuana May Cause... and giddiness, feelings of floating, time andspace Memory problems distortions. and hallucinations. Reduced abilities to do things that needconcen- Some signs of inhalant abuse: tration and coordination, such as driving a car MI Increased appetite El slow speech II Decreased inhibitions II disorientation IN Bloodshot eyes. dry mouth and throat II spots or sore around the mouth Lower testosterone levels and sperm counts inmen headaches and nausea Increased festosterone in women. whichcan a general drunken appearance cause acne and increased facial and body hair Paramma and hallucinations Make No Mistake Inhalants Can Be Deadly Diminished or extinguished sexual pleasure Some people die from heart failureor sulk icat ion the Psychological dependence so that over timemore first time they sniff to get high. Chronic abusecan of die drug is needed to get the same effect cause severe. permanent brain damage. Marijuana Is Still Illegal. Other side effects include breathing problems. heart Depending on where an individualis arrested. palpitations, muscle weakness. abnormalitiesin liNer penalties for possessn In. Ilse. and dealingcan hi.. and kidney function. chromosome damage, lossof hal sh Convicted individuals face fines. possihle appetite and weight. unpaired judgment thatcan lead imposonntent. ancl a criimmil record to confusion. ixink., and violent behavior.

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My Name and together think of as many solutionsas you can. Look at the gockl and bad sides of each idea, and its consequences.

If You Can't Work It Out, Get Help. Try mediation. A mediator is a neutral thirdparty who's been trained to help people make decisions. A mediator helps people who have been arguing to talk to one another and reach an agreement both can live with. Your school may have student mediators or a student court to resolve conflicts. Often guidance counselors, clergy,or social workers are trained in mediatk in. la walgovern- ments ohen sponsor mediation sell ices that help resolve conflicts between neighbors. parents and children, businesses and customers, and landlords and tenants.

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1. Set up a Neighborhood Watch or a community patrol, working with police. Make sure your streets and homes are well-lighted.

2. Make sure that all the youth in the neighborhood have positiveways to spend their spare time, through organized recreation, tutoring programs, part-time work, and volunteer opportunities.

3. Build a partnership with police, focused on solving problems instead of reacting to crises. Make it possible for neighbors to report suspicious activity or crimes without feal of retaliation. 4. Take advantage of "safety in numbers"to hold rallies, marches, and other group activities to show you're determined to drive out crime and drugs.

5. Clean up the neighborhood! Involve-everyone teens, children, senior citizens. Graffiti, litter, abandoned cars, and run-down buildings tell criminals that you don't care about whereyou live or each other. Call the local public works department and ask for help in cleaning up.

6. Ask local officialsto use new ways to get criminals out of your building or neighborhood. These include enforcing anti-noise laws, housing codes, health and fire codes, anti-nuisance laws, and drug-free clauses in rental leases.

7. Work with schools to establish drug-freezones. Work with recreation officials to do the same for parks.

8. Develop and share a phone list of local organizations thatcan provide counseling, job training, guidance, and other services thatcan help neighbors.

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Be Alert to Home Security Install good locks on doors and windows. Use them! Ask for identification from service or delivery people before letting them in. If you're the least bit concerned, call the company to verify. Get involved in your community's Neighborhood Watch program or start one.

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TAKERINE A BITE 'OUT OF Silly and Dangerous Things Activity

Remember, if you come across guns, knives, or drugs, don'ttouch they can kill! Get away and tell your parents, a lawenforcement officer, or a teacher immediately.

In this picture there are many things that don't belong. Somethings are silly; some aredangerous. Draw a circle around the silly things and cross out the dangerous things. Then ask your parent orteacher to check your work. , ;

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12 I I 1 I ACROSS 1. There are lots of ways to handle :a problem or a conflict. 4 it is one way. H 3. the Crime Dog! 5. sometimes called pot huns your lungs, and is against the law for grownups and children. 6.Never touch a , evenif you think it might be a toy. 7 8 9 8. Using can start a habit that is hard to break.

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19 22. Drinking alcohol is for children.

4wawilmowl. 41WWW114.1. DOWN 122 1 1 1.If you find a gun...Stop! Don't Get away! Tell a grownup you trust. 17. When you go somewhere, you should know the you are taking before you leave. 4.It is better to walk with than to walk alone. 18. If a hothers you, you can 1) walk away, 2) try to calmly talk it out, 3) stick with friends, or 71) tell a trusted adult. 7.If you are in serious trouble, use the and call "9-1-1". 20. When you sense trouble, try to find a place to go.

9. is McGniffs nephew. WORD BANK 11. A is someone you and your Adult Cigarettes Gun McGruff Safe Touch folks do not know well. Alcohol Dangerous I louse Nephe* Scruff Weapons 12.It is very to play with a real gun. Avoiding Drugs Illegal Path Stranger Bully Friends MarijuanaPolice Telephone 14. Sheriffs and officers are both community helpers. mvs (07 ATICII1 (HI lava (LI rinov snow19Nvo (71 15.If you see a gun or drugs, tell a 2IFIDNVILLSt 11:1112IDS (6 RNOIlinnal SONIIIILI IMO.1. (1 WARP tmsted -1V1-)3111 (77 '1(1110.,)'1V (17 SA.Lun1v)E) (61;11.41011 (01 AVIII&IN (VI SNO(IV:LIN (01 S91-1110 NM) (9 VNV111111VIN .11:111111P1V (C. 9NRIIOAV (7 s$0.10V MINIM U.S. Dept. of Education

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